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Bowling Green, KY

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The intricate design and deep road vein network in the small town of Bowling Green, Kentucky
The intricate design and deep road vein network in the small town of Bowling Green, Kentucky

Weather in May

The warmth of May welcomes the beginning of summer. Water bodies and natural sites evolve into the centre of attraction during this duration. Pay attention to rainfall, it exhibits a noteworthy upsurge with 2.28" (58mm) registered. Despite the increase in humidity, May remains an ideal month for outdoor recreation. The abundance of sunlight paired with the warm temperatures enhances the appeal of exploring nature at this time.

Temperature

With the transition into May, Bowling Green experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). Bowling Green usually reports an average low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Bowling Green, Kentucky, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Bowling Green, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.6 days and collects up to 22.6" (574mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Bowling Green.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Bowling Green is 9.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bowling Green. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Bowling Green?

In Bowling Green, 76.6°F (24.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 58.1°F (14.5°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the most humid month in Bowling Green?

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

What is the average humidity in May in Bowling Green?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Bowling Green?

In May, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bowling Green?

In Bowling Green, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Bowling Green in May?

In May, in Bowling Green, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Bowling Green have in May?

In Bowling Green, Kentucky, the average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Bowling Green?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bowling Green have in May?

In Bowling Green, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Bowling Green?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

What is the UV index reading in May in Bowling Green?

In Bowling Green, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average temperature in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average pressure in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average wind speed in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average humidity in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average rainfall in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average snowfall in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average UV index in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Bowling Green, KY

Average visibility in May - Bowling Green, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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